The Rolex Forums   The Rolex Watch

ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX


Go Back   Rolex Forums - Rolex Watch Forum > Other (non-Rolex) Watch Topics > Patek Philippe Discussion Forum
Reload this Page Watch strap recommendation
Register FAQ Calendar

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 11 October 2023, 01:54 AM   #1
Watchdoyouwant?
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2021
Location: My office.
Posts: 322
Watch strap recommendation
All:

I’m having a surprisingly difficult time ordering a high-quality custom watch strap in suede/nubuck for my 5146p.
  • I ordered a strap from ABP Concept, and it was poorly made and not to specification.
  • I contacted Jean Rousseau, and they said they do not carry suede or nubuck in calfskin, only alligator.
  • I contacted Molequin, and they said they could not make 1mm strap holes, which my PP deployant looks like it requires.
Can anyone offer a recommendation on a maker? I was hoping to avoid the massive wait on ordering from PP directly.
Watchdoyouwant? is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11 October 2023, 01:58 AM   #2
Vipes
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Texas
Posts: 4,846
You can try Camille Fournet or get custom made directly from Patek.
Vipes is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11 October 2023, 02:16 AM   #3
Watchdoyouwant?
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2021
Location: My office.
Posts: 322
Quote:
Originally Posted by Vipes View Post
You can try Camille Fournet or get custom made directly from Patek.
CF does not have grey suede or nubuck unfortunately.
Watchdoyouwant? is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11 October 2023, 10:49 AM   #4
tchaic
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2015
Real Name: Chris
Location: USA
Watch: Tag Heuer 2000
Posts: 490
Those are the three best options I know. Maybe give ABP another chance? I’ve had great straps from all three for years.
tchaic is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11 October 2023, 11:49 AM   #5
dragonliondog
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: hk
Posts: 48
Stone for Gold on IG, bought 2 for 5712G and 116519
dragonliondog is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11 October 2023, 01:08 PM   #6
agsstructures
2024 Pledge Member
 
agsstructures's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Posts: 2,288
Molequin has been great for me
agsstructures is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12 October 2023, 12:59 AM   #7
Xpatcan1
"TRF" Member
 
Xpatcan1's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Toronto
Watch: 5711/1A
Posts: 133
sent you a PM
@terrycrafted on insta
__________________
Me: 126334,228238,116600,5711/1A-010,126610Lv,5167/A,5168/G-010
Wife: 7200/200R-001,278274
Xpatcan1 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12 October 2023, 02:05 AM   #8
Watchdoyouwant?
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2021
Location: My office.
Posts: 322
Quote:
Originally Posted by Xpatcan1 View Post
sent you a PM
@terrycrafted on insta
Thanks!
Watchdoyouwant? is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12 October 2023, 02:32 AM   #9
Watchdoyouwant?
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2021
Location: My office.
Posts: 322
Any thoughts on Delugs and quality?
Watchdoyouwant? is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12 October 2023, 02:43 AM   #10
Vipes
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Texas
Posts: 4,846
I’ve been impressed with Molequin and Monstraps. The strap in the pic is from Molequin.





Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Vipes is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 21 October 2023, 11:35 AM   #11
ibr123
2024 Pledge Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: California, USA
Posts: 186
I just ordered this one (with some customizations) for my 5524g, will let you know how it turns out.

https://veblenist.com/products/coast...de-watch-strap


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
ibr123 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 21 October 2023, 01:20 PM   #12
SoylentGreenChi
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2021
Location: États-Unis
Watch: Patek, Rolex, Sinn
Posts: 841
Combat Straps in Montreal. Aaron Pimentel (Combat Straps) has done two nubuck straps for my Pateks, I am very happy with them both.
SoylentGreenChi is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 21 October 2023, 02:11 PM   #13
dauster
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Mar 2019
Location: San Francisco
Posts: 2,878
Quote:
Originally Posted by Vipes View Post
I’ve been impressed with Molequin and Monstraps. The strap in the pic is from Molequin.





Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Very cool strap


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
dauster is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 21 October 2023, 09:11 PM   #14
Vipes
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Texas
Posts: 4,846
Quote:
Originally Posted by dauster View Post
Very cool strap


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Thanks
Vipes is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 21 October 2023, 11:42 PM   #15
Calatrava r
2024 Pledge Member
 
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: United States
Watch: Rolex and Patek
Posts: 10,655
Quote:
Originally Posted by Vipes View Post
I’ve been impressed with Molequin and Monstraps. The strap in the pic is from Molequin.





Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Are you able to put the Patek spade buckle on your strap? It would look nicer, I think.
Calatrava r is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 22 October 2023, 03:30 AM   #16
mjm700
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2020
Location: US
Posts: 375
I was happy with doing custom straps through Patek. Just takes some time...
mjm700 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 22 October 2023, 04:19 AM   #17
PAP13
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Europe
Posts: 100
Molequin


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
PAP13 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 22 October 2023, 07:04 AM   #18
Vipes
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Texas
Posts: 4,846
Quote:
Originally Posted by Calatrava r View Post
Are you able to put the Patek spade buckle on your strap? It would look nicer, I think.
Yes but with this buckle I get a perfect fit so I’m sticking with it for now.
Vipes is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 22 October 2023, 12:15 PM   #19
Watchdoyouwant?
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2021
Location: My office.
Posts: 322
Quote:
Originally Posted by PAP13 View Post
Molequin


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Couldn’t do the proper holes for my deployant.

I ordered a strap from Delugs. We’ll see how it turns out!
Watchdoyouwant? is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 22 October 2023, 12:49 PM   #20
daveo5
"TRF" Member
 
daveo5's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: Las Vegas NV
Watch: 14060M COSC
Posts: 1,329
I had a custom made, for size, calf skin from Cartier, took five weeks. Try the Watch Prince.com. He’s in NYC and he always has straps, bracelets from high quality strap makers.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
daveo5 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 14 December 2023, 02:51 AM   #21
Watchdoyouwant?
"TRF" Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2021
Location: My office.
Posts: 322
I got my Delugs strap. I’m very satisfied and will absolutely order from them again.
Watchdoyouwant? is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump

Bernard Watches

Takuya Watches

My Watch LLC

OCWatches

DavidSW Watches


*Banners Of The Month*
 This space is provided to horological resources.



Contact Us - The Rolex Forums - Archive - Top


Copyright ©2004-2024, The Rolex Forums. All Rights Reserved.

ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

Rolex is a registered trademark of ROLEX USA. The Rolex Forums is not affiliated with ROLEX USA in any way.